Maintenance Technician - Floater

Gates Hudson & Associates; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Gates Hudson & Associates is seeking a Maintenance Technician - Floater to support day-to-day upkeep of a residential community. The role involves corrective and preventative maintenance to ensure a safe, functional living environment for residents.

The ideal candidate is dependable, safety-conscious, and skilled in a wide range of maintenance tasks, including plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, and general repairs. On-call rotation may apply; a valid transportation means is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Two or more years of maintenance experience, preferably in residential property management.
• Ability to perform plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, drywall, and general maintenance work.
• Strong safety awareness and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• CFC Type II or Universal certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine, preventative, and emergency maintenance on apartments, buildings, and common areas.
• Complete service requests promptly and efficiently.
• Diagnose and repair plumbing, electrical, HVAC, appliances, carpentry, drywall, flooring, and related systems.
• Perform unit turnovers and prepare apartments for new residents.
• Conduct scheduled preventative maintenance and update logs.
• Follow OSHA, EPA, ADA, and Fair Housing regulations.
• Identify and address unsafe conditions throughout the property.
• Properly store and handle tools, equipment, and hazardous materials.
• Enter occupied apartments professionally and in accordance with policy.
• Promote positive resident relationships through quality workmanship.
• Assist other technicians and support work at other properties as needed.
• Maintain organized stock rooms, tools, and maintenance areas.
• Track inventory and report shortages.
• Follow key control, reporting, and documentation procedures

Skills

Maintenance skills

Plumbing

Electrical

HVAC

Carpentry

Safety-conscious

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

CFC Type II certification

Job description

Gates Hudson is seeking a Maintenance Technician - Floater to support the day-to-day physical maintenance of one of our residential communities. This role is responsible for performing corrective and preventative maintenance to ensure a safe, functional, and well-maintained living environment for residents.

The ideal candidate is dependable, safety-conscious, and skilled in a wide range of maintenance and repair tasks.

What You'll Do

Maintenance & Repairs

• Perform routine, preventative, and emergency maintenance on apartments, buildings, and common areas

• Complete service requests promptly and efficiently

• Diagnose and repair plumbing, electrical, HVAC, appliances, carpentry, drywall, flooring, and related systems

• Perform unit turnovers and prepare apartments for new residents

Preventative Maintenance & Safety

• Conduct scheduled preventative maintenance and update logs

• Follow OSHA, EPA, ADA, and Fair Housing regulations

• Identify and address unsafe conditions throughout the property

• Properly store and handle tools, equipment, and hazardous materials

Resident Service & Team Support

• Enter occupied apartments professionally and in accordance with policy

• Promote positive resident relationships through quality workmanship

• Assist other technicians and support work at other properties as needed

Administrative & Inventory Support

• Maintain organized stock rooms, tools, and maintenance areas

• Track inventory and report shortages

• Follow key control, reporting, and documentation procedures

Schedule & Requirements

• Participation in on-call rotation as needed

• Reliable personal transportation required

What We’re Looking For

Required

• High school diploma or GED

• Two or more years of maintenance experience, preferably in residential property management

• Ability to perform plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, drywall, and general maintenance work

• Strong safety awareness and attention to detail

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Preferred

• CFC Type II or Universal certification

Pay Range

$30-$35 USD